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A key road through Longridge was closed after a cash machine outside a shop was raided.
Berry Lane was closed due to what police described as a ‘police incident’ but what appears to be a raid involving the Co-op cash machine.
The cash machine itself is missing this morning (14 March) while the store exterior has also sustained damage. The Co-op signage can be seen hanging.
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Police reported that the road was closed at around 3.42am this morning but it is not yet clear when the incident occurred. The road is now reopen but a cordon around the store is still in place.
A spokesperson for police said earlier: “Berry Lane Longridge is currently closed due to a police incident. Please avoid the area.”
Blog Preston has contacted Lancashire Constabulary for more information.
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